The Wife and the Widow by Christian White is a tale of psychological suspense in an atmospheric small-town setting, with a killer twist. Read on for our full review. The Wife and the Widow Book Synopsis Set against the backdrop of an eerie island town in the dead of winter, The Wife and the … [Read more...]
The Likely Resolutions of Oliver Clock, Review: Happy tearjerker
The Likely Resolutions of Oliver Clock is something special, as hilarious as it is moving. Jane Riley's debut novel is feel-good fiction at its finest. Read on for our full review. The Likely Resolutions of Oliver Clock Book Synopsis His life is perfectly regimented. Is there really room for … [Read more...]
Iron Heart by MC D’Alton & Melanie Page – Author Post
Today we welcome MC D'Alton, to discuss her journey (along with fellow Australian author Melanie Page and writing partner) as they release their new steampunk romance novel Iron Heart. This is the first title in their planned Iron Universe series. Plus, thanks to their publisher Vulpine Press we … [Read more...]
The Twentieth Man by Tony Jones, Review: Taut political thriller
In The Twentieth Man Tony Jones' narrative setup, thrilling historical plot, depth of characterisation and literary prose had me enthralled. The Twentieth Man Synopsis Terrorism, politics and betrayals collide in this unputdownable, fast-paced thriller. In September 1972, journalist Anna Rosen … [Read more...]
Letters From The Light author Shel Calopa: Dystopia Now? #Giveaway
Today we welcome Shel Calopa, Australian author of the recently released novel Letters From The Light, as she considers the dystopian genre in the context of what are for many already troubling times. Plus, thanks to her publisher Inspired Quill we have 2 ebook copies for giveaway - entries open … [Read more...]
2019 Booklover Wrap-Up and 2020 Reading Resolutions
My 2019 Booklover Book Reviews Wrap-Up and 2020 Reading Resolutions. A lot happened in 2019 that curbed my usual reading rate. In that context, I am pleased that I still managed to publish reviews of 30 titles and we featured another 15 new releases. Books by Aussie Authors I reviewed 16 titles … [Read more...]
SILVER by Chris Hammer, Book Review: Literary determination
Silver is Chris Hammer's compelling sequel to his debut novel Scrublands, which won the 2019 CWA Dagger New Blood Award for Best First Crime Novel. Read on for our review. Silver Book Synopsis For half a lifetime, journalist Martin Scarsden has run from his past. But now there is no … [Read more...]
Aussie Author Reading Challenge 2020 launched
I invite all book lovers to consider joining us in participating in the Aussie Author Reading Challenge 2020, now in our 11th year! Whether you are a patriotic Australian, an aspiring or armchair tourist or simply an international reader wanting to discover some talented new writers and interact … [Read more...]